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Jul 23

Save the dates! Steyning Art Trail is back this year! Whatever else you do this summer, be sure to find time to enjoy the work of your local artists and makers. We'll be opening homes, studios, and sheds as well as setting up in local shops and shared venues. Brochure maps will be available soon, and there are also details on the website www.steyningarts.co.uk

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Jul 20

Latest words from Katherine Lawrie.....
'I think they should rename this gem from moonstone to sky stone as it reminds me so much of a summer's sky.

This ring has such a blue flashy moonstone you could gaze into it all day. Imagining the clouds floating across they sky!'

#moonstone #moonstonering #sussexmakers #assayofficelondon #arundel #sussex #sunnysussex #chichesterjewellers
Reposted from @katherinelawriejewellery

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Jul 18

A new piece from Jamie Ampleford.

NEW - ‘James Dean’ 👊🏻🔴🟡

- Oil and acrylic on canvas (24x24”)

This piece is available for purchase, for enquiries DM or email me - jamieampleford9@gmail.com

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@jamesdean #newartwork #newpainting #oilpainting #acrylicpainting #illustration #portraitpainting #oiloncanvas #jamesdean #rebelwithoutacause #jamesdeanfans #icon #oldhollywood #britishartist #ukartist #collectart
Reposted from @jamieampleford_art

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Jul 18

Sarah Duffield is on a roll rather than being 'stuck'. This is what she says..... week 47 “Filling up my inspiration cup” or “A bunch of lines”
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I’ve been struggling a bit with inspiration lately so decided a few evening walks were in order. I’ve learned from past experience that nothing fills up my inspiration cup like a sunset walk on the downs. This spot is close to home, I live in a crazy, beautiful place - it’s definitely on my “To Paint” list.
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It never ceases to amaze me how a bunch of lines can come together to create an actual image of something. Van Gough created some amazing line drawings which have always been a favourite of mine, my drawing is far removed from his in both proficiency, style and sheer brilliance (his not mine) but it’s something I enjoy doing and fine very cathartic.
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This bunch of lines tells me all about the direction of the land and the strength of the light in different areas. I’ll need to play with the composition a bit and then add some colour before I’m ready to create a painting but I can already tell that the painting would be beautiful.
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Image 47 took two hours, it was created with pen on paper and would probably be orange and purple if I painted it….
As always I enjoy hearing your thoughts. S xx
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“Stuck” My little creative side project.
One, 15cm, maximum 3hr picture a week for a year.
Exploring the images, feelings and ideas which get “stuck” in my head.
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#sduffieldart #linedrawing #pendrawing #southdowns #creativesideproject
Reposted from @sduffieldart

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Jul 7

Mixed media artist Julia White features in July’s edition of Your Steyning magazine. You can read the full article on Julia below.

‘I am a freelance artist and printmaker working in a variety of mediums. After moving from Twickenham to Sussex in 2006 I trained locally in printmaking with Sussex Printmakers, predominantly etching. At the time I had young children which gave me the opportunity to explore the countryside around me. I Started foraging for plants
to study which became an obsession and brought me closer to nature, collecting both plants and memories from the Sussex Downs, where I now live.’

Julia has also been exploring the butterflies of Sussex and the symbiotic nature of their environment. She creates artwork and cards that help to bring awareness to wildlife habitats. ‘Duke on Primula’ is part of the Great Ormond Street art collection.

Julia uses plants directly to print with or meticulously etches them onto zinc plates and inks by hand. Often combining it with digital imagery, giving her work a whimsical feel, inspired by Arthur Rackham and Sussex botanicals. The final image is often hand finished in gold leaf or inks. In keeping with a more holistic ethos she uses vegetable- based inks as much as possible and has
been experimenting with making dyes, inks and powders from the plants and land of the Sussex Downs.

As a member of Steyning Arts, Julia enjoys exhibiting and working in and around Steyning and group exhibitions around Sussex. Works are sold as limited editions, either original etchings or Giclée (pronounced zhee-KLAY the high end of digital printing) digital prints.

Julia’s prints are for sale at various galleries and shops around Sussex. Cards are able
to be purchased from the South Downs National Park shop, Gallery 92 Hurstpierpoint or directly on her website: www.juliawhiteart. co.uk - E:juliawhiteart@gmail.com
Instagram: Julia white art

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#steyningarts #yoursteyning #westsussexartist #sussexartist #sussexart #southdowns #mixedmedia #printmaking #printmaker #etching #wildlifeart #nature #natureartist #acrylicpainting

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Jul 2

Birthday to buy for? Some lovely treasures on display @thebasement93 from @melissabirch_artist @luluatno8 @pollypapercuts @benitahibbert @tamarroseceramics

#handmade #smallbusiness #localartist #steyning #steyningarts #shoplocal #steyningchamber

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Jun 21

Artists introduction to landscape artist
@sduffieldart

Hello, my name is Sarah, I am a painter working mainly in Oils on canvas.
I did go to university many years ago, although I’m not sure I learned much other than what drinks I should never touch again, not to tip too much paint down the sink (major blockages) and that art is a very, very personal thing.
I’ve experimented with many painting techniques and styles over the years and have slowly developed my own particular, colourful way of painting which expresses the way I experience the world. I do not paint accurately; I move fields, add or remove trees and always, always ignore pylons.
I try to capture a feeling of place in my work, the emotion I felt when I experienced a particular landscape. My experience of a place may be different to yours which is why I’m always really happy to work directly with you to create something personal to you.
It used to worry me that people wouldn’t “get” the way I painted but I’ve come to realise that for every ten people who don’t get or like my work there is one person who loves it. I describe my artwork as being like “Marmite” you either love it or your hate it.

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Jun 20

Suzanne Hopkinson says, 'Mixed media of Lillies - my daughter bought a bouquet and I couldn’t resist the Lily , my favourite flower. Mixed media - acrylic, charcoal, pastel , watercolour' #flowerpainting #Lillies #mixemediapainting #artistsoninstagram #steyningarts #sussexartist
Reposted from @shshopkinson329

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Jun 17

Melissa popped in to visit Sarah at The Basement 93 last week and fell in love with this gorgeous array of cosy textiles. Check out her new collection of soft furnishings displayed alongside local artists' work.

#buylocal #thebasement93 #linocut #linocutprint #hogweed #westsussex #steyning #sussex #whatsoninsussex #steyningarts
Reposted from @melissabirch_artist

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Jun 14

Introducing Greta Meeten Textile Artist.

I love finding & experimenting with different methods of transforming textiles, be it knitting, dressmaking, fabric manipulation or hand & machine embroidery.
As I work, the pieces take on a life of their own, with different patterns, forms & textures emerging.
Sometimes the process can be challenging & frustrating, sometimes pieces need to sit on the naughty step for a while - but in the end the results are worth it.

Driftwood mixed media.
I have a passion for driftwood; I love the shapes & smooth textures created by the sea.
I aim to evoke the joy & relaxation of a stay by the seaside or a childhood visit to a favourite aunt with my creations.
I make & paint the buildings myself & hand dye the fabric backgrounds for my framed scenes. I have great fun finding ways to incorporate other found objects to add detail & character.

#steyningarts #steyningartist #textileart #makersofsussex #sussexmaker #steyningwestsussex #gretameeten #seasidemakes #sussex #madeinbritain #fibreartuk #inspirationseaside

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Jun 8

Papercuts artist Polly Finch features in June’s edition of Your Steyning magazine. You can read the full article on Polly below.

Polly has lived in Sussex for over 30 years and has been based in Steyning with her family for the last 13 years.

A self taught paper artist, has been working in this medium for 10 years. More recently has also been working in pencil creating a series of illustrative drawings based on her imagination.

All papercuts are hand-cut using a scalpel and 10A blade which results in each piece being unique.

Uses a range of paper mediums, from cartridge paper to old books, as well as drift wood, wire, beads and other objects for 3-dimensional pieces.

She has also branched out into making handmade lampshades using digital prints of her papercut designs. Each design, size and colour is produced in 50 Limited Editions.

You can find her work at the Basement Gallery, High Street, Steyning, online in her Etsy Shop ‘pollypapercuts’ Website: www.pollypapercuts.co.uk
Facebook: pollypapercuts - Instagram: pollypapercuts

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#steyningarts #yoursteyning #westsussexartist #sussexartist #sussexart #southdowns #papercuttingart #handcutpaper #handcutpaperartist #paperart #paperartist #papercuttingartist #imagination

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Jun 7

Introducing Kevin Meeten.

Hi, I’m Kevin Meeten and I’m an accidental artist.
A few years ago, whilst recovering from a serious illness,
I found that I was able to create interesting pieces of art, and took great pleasure in doing so.
I produce quirky stylised portraits of sci-fi characters and situations, as well as unique 3-D, true mixed-media canvases and abstract contemporary ‘landscapes’.

I have no formal art training, and my work is unconventional and intuitive, using as many different materials and techniques as possible. One of my favourites at the moment, being to paint onto kitchen foil.
Fuelled by a lifelong passion for all things science fiction, I draw on classic iconic characters and situations, and imagined scenario’s, showing them from a unique, personal perspective.

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Jun 6

Look what Phoebe Kirk has been up to.. ... She says 'Good to see the Crab and Owl's sign up 🦀🦉'
A brilliant event at @rookeryfarmorganiceggs hosted by @bocaloco.sussex
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#pubsign #pubsignartwork #illustrator #illustration #maker #illustratenow #illustragram #illustrationartists #makersgonnamake #heytheremaker #illustrationoftheday #illustratorsoninstagram #etsyseller #artforsale #artist #art #artistsoninstagram #artwork #womenwhodraw #womenwhodraweveryday #womenofillustration #notahobby #steyningarts
Reposted from @phoebe_kirk

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Jun 6

Finally, after what seems a life time, it's time for Artists Open Houses for @44florencerdartists many of you may have visited in previous years, but it's well worth a visit either again or for the first time. Katherine Lawrie and Sarah Duffield work will be on show for the four weekends in June.

#artistsopenhouses #brightonopenhouses #klawriejewellery #bespokejewellerysussex #makersofsussex #madeinsussex #celebratemaker #supportlocalartsists
#sarahduffieldart

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Jun 5

on view at The Basement Gallery 93, High Street, Steyning...’staycation II’ - summer in sussex. unique felt artwork. merino wool, silk, bamboo, embellished with cotton. white, lightly distressed, wooden box frame. (23cm height x 23cm width) £50 @steyningarts @thebasement93 @raftfurnituresteyning #sussexcoast #waves #beach #seaside #sea #coastal #needlefelting #wetfelt #textiles #handmadecrafts #artgift #holiday #vacation #kitchentable #craft #coastalliving #british #england #ocean #naturelover #gloriousbritain #wanderlust #landscape #artistsupportpledge #steyningartspledge #coastalinteriors #steyningarts #thebasement93
Reposted from @luluatno8

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Jun 5

Melissa is the artist on duty at Chalk Gallery today and we are part of the Brighton Open House trail. Do come and visit, shewould love to chat to you about my lino prints, lino print workshops as well as the other artists who are exhibiting here currently. You can even enter our prize draw to win £100 of gallery vouchers!

#meettheartist #ukprintmakers #chalkgallerylewes #brightonaoh #whatsonineastsussex #ilovesussex #chalkgallery #visitlewes #whatsoninlewes #lewes #lewesshopping #whatsoninsussex #independentgallery #artistrungallery
Reposted from @melissabirch_artist

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Jun 4

Julia will be at @colonnadehse on Sunday from 12 onwards for our final day of BOTANICA- come along I’d love to see you and show you around. It’s such a wonderful venue and the artists exhibiting are wonderful! @my_botanical_heart @jodowers @moth.studio.textiles #clairewilson @twinamcauchi @jane_pinder_jewellery @heavygretel As well as our selection of framed work we have plenty of gifts, jewelry, cards and plants for sale! Look forward to seeing you in Worthing by the sea.
#Worthing #art #gifts #seaside #interiors #gallery #shop #merch #botanicals #plants #flowers #jewelry #sculpture #garden #cards supporting @justacard #artists #buylocal #local #artdeco
Reposted from @juliawhiteart

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Jun 1

Carol Parker is the next artist to be introduced in our series.

I am an experienced Art Teacher and an enthusiastic Printmaker. My quirky Linocuts illustrate well-loved nursery rhymes and sayings or are inspired by local places. I have recently added driftwood assemblages and collages to my repertoire, giving me an excuse to spend hours on the beach!

I exhibit regularly in an Open House at Brighton Festival, in Steyning and here in Shoreham.

Find out more via our website www.steyningarts.co.uk

#linocutart #linoartists #printingink #localart #steyningartsussex #steyningwestsussex #arttrail2021 #indiebusiness #carolparkerartist #sussexartists #monochromeart

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May 31

Virtual Studio Tour - Carole Coombs. Carole Coombs takes us on a warm and welcoming tour of her studio in which Mimi the dog comes to meet us too! This is the last in our series of virtual studio tours by Steyning Artists. We hope you have enjoyed the journey and will be looking forward to our Trail in August. Best wishes from all the team. X

@karacoo.art

#SteyningArts #Steyning #SteyningHighSt #SteyningChamber #artistcollective #artistsandmakers #studiotour #artistopenstudio #meettheartist #interviewwithanartist #animalportraiture #animalsinart #PencilDrawing #haresinart

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May 31

Steyning Arts Online Exhibition Film 3. This is the final film in our Online Exhibition by Steyning Arts. We hope you have enjoyed this Bank Holiday celebration of our artwork and creativity. Visit our website to find out more and view all three films.

#SteyningArts #Steyning #SteyningHighSt #SteyningChamber #artistcollective #artistsandmakers
#westsussex #sussex #whatsoninsussex #ilovesussex
#virtualexhibition #onlineexhibition #artexhibitiononline

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May 30

Virtual Studio Tour - Benita Hibbert. We hope you are enjoying our artists virtual studio tours and exhibition this weekend! Here is a tour of Benita Hibbert’s printmaking studio where she shows us how one of her beautiful Steyning Maps is printed using a press.

@benitahibbert

#SteyningArts #Steyning #SteyningHighSt #SteyningChamber #artistcollective #artistsandmakers
#linoprinting #linoprintworkshop #ukprintmakers #imprinted_vids

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May 30

Steyning Arts Online Exhibition Film 2. This is the second in our series of 3 films showcasing recent artwork by the talented members of Steyning Arts. Visit our website to find out more and view all three films.

#SteyningArts #Steyning #SteyningHighSt #SteyningChamber #artistcollective #artistsandmakers
#westsussex #sussex #whatsoninsussex #ilovesussex
#virtualexhibition #onlineexhibition #artexhibitiononline

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May 29

Virtual Studio Tour - Katherine Lawrie. We hope you are enjoying our artists' virtual studio tours and exhibition this weekend! Here is a tour of Katherine Lawrie’s jewellery workshop full of all the unique tools and equipment of her trade.

@katherinelawriejewellery

#SteyningArts #Steyning #SteyningHighSt #SteyningChamber #artistcollective #artistsandmakers #studiotour #artistopenstudio
#handmadesilverjewellery #jewellerymaking #jewelleryworkshop

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May 29

Steyning Arts Online Exhibition Film 1. Here is our Online Exhibition featuring recent work by the makers and artists of Steyning Arts. We hope you enjoy watching! Visit our website to find out more, and view all three films.

#SteyningArts #Steyning #SteyningHighSt #SteyningChamber #artistcollective #artistsandmakers
#westsussex #sussex #whatsoninsussex #ilovesussex
#virtualexhibition #onlineexhibition #artexhibitiononline

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May 28

This weekend Steyning Arts will be showing an online exhibition of our artists and makers' work. Don’t miss it! Follow us on Facebook or Instagram to see all 3 films.

#SteyningArts #Steyning #SteyningHighSt #SteyningChamber #artistcollective #artistsandmakers
#westsussex #sussex #whatsoninsussex #ilovesussex
#virtualexhibition #onlineexhibition #artexhibitiononline

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May 28

Virtual Studio Demo - Jamie Ampleford. Here is Jamie Ampleford of Steyning Arts, working super fast at his easel and demonstrating his incredible skill. Join us on Facebook or Instagram to see the finished piece in our Bank Holiday Online Exhibition this weekend.
@jamieampleford_art
#SteyningArts #Steyning #SteyningHighSt #SteyningChamber #artistcollective #artistsandmakers #OilPaintingOnCanvas #RealismPainting #OilPaintingArtist
#OilPaintingOfTheDay #FigurativePaintings #OnTheEasel #PaintersOfInstagram #FineArtPainting

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May 28

Tomorrow! a live open studio - best wishes to Steyning Arts members Eve, Jenny and Jean with this event.

#openstudio #openstudios #evechalcraft #jennywightwickceramics @jennywightwickceramics @evechalcraft #steyningarts #steyning

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May 27

Virtual Studio Demo - Greta Meeten. Steyning Arts makers and artists are taking you on a virtual studio tours all this week! Greta Meeten’s lovely short film shows her at her workbench taking us through every stage of her textile art process. Join us on Facebook or Instagram to see the finished piece in our online exhibition this weekend.
@this_is_a_gem
#SteyningArts #Steyning #SteyningHighSt #SteyningChamber #artistcollective #artistsandmakers #Textileart #Embroidery #Machineembroidery #Textiledesign #Arttextilesmadeinbritain

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May 26

Steyning Arts makers and artists are taking you on virtual studio tours every day this week! Here is Lisa Woolcott busy demonstrating part of the felt art process for us. Join us on Facebook or Instagram to see her work in the online exhibition this weekend.
#SteyningArts #Steyning #SteyningHighSt #SteyningChamber
#Textileart
#Artextile
#Contemporatrytextileart
#Fibreart
#Fiberart
#Embroidery
#Machineembroidery
#Abstract
#Textile
#Textiledesign
#Arttextilesmadeinbritain
#Arttextilecontemporain

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May 25

Virtual Studio Tour - Susanna Hopkinson. Steyning Arts makers and artists are taking you on a virtual studio tour every day this week! Here is Susanne Hopkinson showing us her work in her beautiful painting space. Join us on Facebook or Instagram to see her work in the online exhibition this weekend.

@susannehopkinsonartist

#SteyningArts #Steyning #SteyningHighSt #SteyningChamber #artistcollective #artistsandmakers #studiotour #artistopenstudio #abstractpainting #colourandgesture #abstract

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May 24

Virtual Studio Tour - Alison Crowe. Steyning Arts makers and artists are here to take you on a virtual studio tour every day this week! Alison Crowe shows us the intriguing tools and machinery involved in the making of her beautiful silver jewellery. Join us on Facebook or Instagram to see her work in the online exhibition this weekend.

@alisoncrowejewellery

#SteyningArts #Steyning #SteyningHighSt #SteyningChamber #artistcollective #artistsandmakers #studiotour #artistopenstudio #meettheartist #interviewwithanartist
#handmadesilverjewellery #jewellerymaking #jewelleryworkshop

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May 23

Virtual Studio Tour - Kevin Meeten. Meet the artists who are Steyning Arts! Here is a warm welcome from Kevin Meeten while he shows us around his busy creative studio. Next weekend we will be celebrating the bank holiday with a virtual exhibition of our artists work on social media and our website. Stay tuned!

@kevinmeeten

#SteyningArts #Steyning #SteyningHighSt #SteyningChamber #artistcollective #artistsandmakers #studiotour #artistopenstudio #meettheartist #interviewwithanartist #classicscifi #sciencefictionartwork #popart

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May 22

Virtual Studio Tour - Melissa Birch. As we prepare for our online exhibition next weekend, many of our artists have volunteered to take us on a virtual studio tour. Here is Melissa Birch, also Co-Chair of Steyning Arts, showing us her cosy printmaking space at the end of the garden.

@melissabirch_artist

#SteyningArts #Steyning #SteyningHighSt #SteyningChamber #artistcollective #artistsandmakers #studiotour #artistopenstudio #meettheartist #interviewwithanartist
#linoprinting #linoprintworkshop #ukprintmakers #imprinted_vids

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May 22

The May bank holiday is usually the time for a Steyning Art Trail. This year it will be held in August, so to keep us going we have created a series of online exhibition films for you to enjoy.

Follow us on Facebook or Instagram to see all 3 films, plus virtual studio tours from many of our artists!

#SteyningArts #Steyning #SteyningHighSt #SteyningChamber #artistcollective #artistsandmakers
#westsussex #sussex #whatsoninsussex #ilovesussex
#virtualexhibition #onlineexhibition #artexhibitiononline

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May 21

Virtual Studio Tour - Amanda Duke. @amandadukeartist
In the run-up to our online exhibition, many of our artists have volunteered to give us a virtual studio tour. Amanda Duke, Co-Chair of Steyning Arts, kindly starts us off, as she takes us on a fascinating tour of her colourful working spaces, sharing her ideas and processes along the way.

#SteyningArts #Steyning #SteyningHighSt #SteyningChamber #artistcollective #artistsandmakers #studiotour #artistopenstudio #meettheartist #interviewwithanartist
#Textileart
#Artextile
#Contemporatrytextileart
#Fibreart
#Fiberart
#abstract
#Textiledesign
#Arttextilesmadeinbritain
#Arttextilecontemporain

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May 20

Eve, Jenny and Jean are looking forward to Studio visitors at last! lets help them get lots of footfall.

#artistopenhouses #evechalcraft #jennywightwick #Maybankholidayweekend #rurallifestyle
#steyning #shoplocally #southdownsnationalpark #steyninghighstreet #openstudios #bankholidayweekend #artexhibition #localartist #acrylicpainting #abstractpaintingsforsale #textileart #ceramicsuk #

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